team-member

Karen Ibarrondo

N/A

Licensed for 9 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English Spanish

About

     As a former prosecutor, I understand the complexities of working a case inside and outside a courtroom. Having experience working in cases involving investigators, law enforcement, civilian witnesses, evidence departments, parenting coordinators, guardian ad litem coordinators and attorneys, Department of Children and Families’ case managers and attorneys, as well as counsel for other parties, I have been able to understand and have the ability to work towards the resolution of any situation, in my covered areas of law. As a current Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator, as well as, an attorney for children (Attorney ad Litem), I am able to understand the seriousness of the handling of a family law case, whether it is an adoption, guardianship, paternity matter, dissolution of marriage, timesharing and/or parenting plan establishment, child support establishment and/or modification, as well as a dependency and/or domestic relations case. Furthermore, my passion for criminal law allows me to be an advocate for those individuals charged with a crime to ensure that their due process and constitutional rights are protected. I am also fully Bilingual in English and Spanish.I was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, but made Florida my permanent home since 1997. After finishing undergraduate studies with concentrations in Business Management, I completed a Master’s Degree in Organizational Management, where I graduated with High Honors and in the top 5% of my class.I also attended law school at the Florida A&M University (FAMU), College of Law, located in Orlando. While in law school, I was invited to become a member of FAMU’s Law Review. I graduated cum laude from FAMU’s College of Law and ranked in the top 12% of the total class. After graduation, I worked, as a prosecutor, at the State Attorney’s Office for the Fifth Judicial Circuit in both Marion and Lake County. I also worked as a prosecutor at the State Attorney’s Office for the Ninth Judicial Circuit. There, I handled hundreds of cases and litigated many jury trials, with a high conviction rate. In addition, I litigated numerous Motions to Suppress in DUI and Drug cases, and handled many court proceedings to include Arraignments, Initial Appearances, Pre-trial Conferences, Plea Hearings, Violation of Probation Hearings, Bond Hearings, and other proceedings, as applicable. In addition to handling part of a docket for my division, I was also in charge of handling Appeals for my cases, and answered appellate briefs on trial cases, as well as cases where defendants were asking for post-conviction relief. In addition to being the President of The Law Office of Karen Rodriguez, P.A., I am also a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator.I strongly believe that every person deserves to have representation and consider myself to be an advocate for those in need of help. I have volunteered for the Legal Aid Society, where I have participated in assisting individuals in need of legal services. I am a strong believer in that evaluating all of the events leading to an arrest is imminent in a criminal case, and I will look at every detail of your case to aggressively work towards a resolution. I am a litigator and will fight for your rights in court, regardless of the effort and time required. ______________________________________________________________ Bar Admissions: Member of the Florida Bar, 2012-Present Court Admissions: Authorized to practice law at US Immigration Courts. Professional Associations and Memberships: National College for DUI Defense (Member) Member of the Central Florida's Young Lawyers Division Professional and Academic Honors: The National Trial Lawyers, Top 40 under 40 (2014) Book Award Recipient in Criminal Law, Property Law, and Florida Bar Law & Skills Staff & Senior Law Review Editor at the Florida A&M University, College of Law

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English Spanish

Contact

The Law Office of Karen Rodriguez, P.A.609 W MONTROSE STClermont, FL, 34711

Office: (352) 404-4561

Website: N/A

Reviews

Michael
July 8, 2016

I owe a lot to Karen and Lordus were great in the representation for my cases. I never even seen the court room well she represented me for my criminal case, she was steady on the prosecutor to proceed with the case. Outcome all charges dropped. I recommend her law firm they do not take more cases than they can handle. She gives all her clients the time and investigating of your case to give you your best outcome. Also Lordus keeps you informed when you call and is so kind and polite a very good asset for Karen's law firm. When I first met Karen after having to other consultations I knew she was the attorney i needed to represent me.

Jose
May 3, 2016

Karen Rodriguez, from the moment we have met has been nothing the best. She's been doing everything in her power to help me get my daughter back home. As a father living in Florida, I do not get the same rights mothers do with the child/children. The road for me is an uphill battle and Karen Rodriguez has shown nothing but professionalism. She is very knowledgeable on the rights of a father in this on-going case to bring back one of the most precious gems in my life. I couldn't ask for a better attorney, one who actually cares about your situation, doesn't stop at anything to do what's right for you, and is very knowledgeable on what should be done for whatever your situation may be. She gives me great confidence knowing she won't back down and isn't afraid. Lourdes De Leon has been a great secretary for Karen Rodriguez. Always keeping in contact with me, always showing interest and concern about my case, and constantly keeping me updated. I am blessed to have found a team to represent me and help me at a time like this.

Iliana
December 26, 2021

Está cotizada como una de las mejores abogadas de Orlando.Tiene excelente equipo de trabajo y es bien responsable en sus casos.

Rich
July 29, 2020

I live out of state and needed representation in Florida. I hired Karen Rodriguez based on a recommendation from a friend. My goals were to avoid travelling back to Florida and have no conviction record. Both were accomplished. Karen Rodriguez and staff are very competent, kept me well informed, and were always available for questions. Most importantly I trusted their judgement and advice.

Anthony
July 31, 2019

I want to thank Ms.Karen Rodriguez and staff Katherine and Lillian for an outstanding job in representing me in my child support battle.Ms.Rodriguez went above and beyond to fight for me and win the case.All I could say is if you are looking for a dedicated and reliable attorney she is the one to hire.No questions asked Thanks again Karen Rodriguez and Staff!!!!! Anthony Martinez Satisfied client

anonymous
July 15, 2019

Karen and her team did an amazing job on my case! With my huge battle she moved forward like a soldier! She is very detailed, fair and his always on your side. I'm very grateful to have met Karen.

Samuel
May 3, 2019

From the moment I sat with with Karen Rodriguez and explained my situation and received her feedback and detailed steps how my case will be handled I felt comfortable and hired her immediately. Her staff are professionals and will answer and return your calls asap. Definitely I will recommend to my family and friends. Excellent team!!

Josh
May 3, 2019

Karen did such a wonderful job dealing with my case. I have been on probation for 4 years and the state wanted to continue me on probation. Karen got me off probation and got my charges withheld, so as of today I am a free man with no past! She's very amazing and knowledgeable and honestly, I wish I would have hired her 4 years ago. Thank you again Karen. Oh oh, and the ladies that run the office, phenomenal job. They are always attentive and they show you they care.

FELIX
January 11, 2019

I hired Ms. Rodriguez Ibarrondo to represent me in my case due to me being overly stressed about the situation, she took he case and took over. Due to her knowledge, she was able to get me favored results and although this is not a pleasant situation, I can say that this was a pleasant experience.

Edward
September 11, 2018

There where very helpful and responsible with my case. They worked every way posible for me to solve my case the faster way and the best way for me to end up in a good position after everything was done. Stuff was very helpful with everything about my case and friendly.

Michael
July 8, 2016

I owe a lot to Karen and Lordus were great in the representation for my cases. I never even seen the court room well she represented me for my criminal case, she was steady on the prosecutor to proceed with the case. Outcome all charges dropped. I recommend her law firm they do not take more cases than they can handle. She gives all her clients the time and investigating of your case to give you your best outcome. Also Lordus keeps you informed when you call and is so kind and polite a very good asset for Karen's law firm. When I first met Karen after having to other consultations I knew she was the attorney i needed to represent me.

Jose
May 3, 2016

Karen Rodriguez, from the moment we have met has been nothing the best. She's been doing everything in her power to help me get my daughter back home. As a father living in Florida, I do not get the same rights mothers do with the child/children. The road for me is an uphill battle and Karen Rodriguez has shown nothing but professionalism. She is very knowledgeable on the rights of a father in this on-going case to bring back one of the most precious gems in my life. I couldn't ask for a better attorney, one who actually cares about your situation, doesn't stop at anything to do what's right for you, and is very knowledgeable on what should be done for whatever your situation may be. She gives me great confidence knowing she won't back down and isn't afraid. Lourdes De Leon has been a great secretary for Karen Rodriguez. Always keeping in contact with me, always showing interest and concern about my case, and constantly keeping me updated. I am blessed to have found a team to represent me and help me at a time like this.

Iliana
December 26, 2021

Está cotizada como una de las mejores abogadas de Orlando.Tiene excelente equipo de trabajo y es bien responsable en sus casos.

Rich
July 29, 2020

I live out of state and needed representation in Florida. I hired Karen Rodriguez based on a recommendation from a friend. My goals were to avoid travelling back to Florida and have no conviction record. Both were accomplished. Karen Rodriguez and staff are very competent, kept me well informed, and were always available for questions. Most importantly I trusted their judgement and advice.

Anthony
July 31, 2019

I want to thank Ms.Karen Rodriguez and staff Katherine and Lillian for an outstanding job in representing me in my child support battle.Ms.Rodriguez went above and beyond to fight for me and win the case.All I could say is if you are looking for a dedicated and reliable attorney she is the one to hire.No questions asked Thanks again Karen Rodriguez and Staff!!!!! Anthony Martinez Satisfied client

anonymous
July 15, 2019

Karen and her team did an amazing job on my case! With my huge battle she moved forward like a soldier! She is very detailed, fair and his always on your side. I'm very grateful to have met Karen.

Samuel
May 3, 2019

From the moment I sat with with Karen Rodriguez and explained my situation and received her feedback and detailed steps how my case will be handled I felt comfortable and hired her immediately. Her staff are professionals and will answer and return your calls asap. Definitely I will recommend to my family and friends. Excellent team!!

Josh
May 3, 2019

Karen did such a wonderful job dealing with my case. I have been on probation for 4 years and the state wanted to continue me on probation. Karen got me off probation and got my charges withheld, so as of today I am a free man with no past! She's very amazing and knowledgeable and honestly, I wish I would have hired her 4 years ago. Thank you again Karen. Oh oh, and the ladies that run the office, phenomenal job. They are always attentive and they show you they care.

FELIX
January 11, 2019

I hired Ms. Rodriguez Ibarrondo to represent me in my case due to me being overly stressed about the situation, she took he case and took over. Due to her knowledge, she was able to get me favored results and although this is not a pleasant situation, I can say that this was a pleasant experience.

Edward
September 11, 2018

There where very helpful and responsible with my case. They worked every way posible for me to solve my case the faster way and the best way for me to end up in a good position after everything was done. Stuff was very helpful with everything about my case and friendly.

Michael
July 8, 2016

I owe a lot to Karen and Lordus were great in the representation for my cases. I never even seen the court room well she represented me for my criminal case, she was steady on the prosecutor to proceed with the case. Outcome all charges dropped. I recommend her law firm they do not take more cases than they can handle. She gives all her clients the time and investigating of your case to give you your best outcome. Also Lordus keeps you informed when you call and is so kind and polite a very good asset for Karen's law firm. When I first met Karen after having to other consultations I knew she was the attorney i needed to represent me.

Jose
May 3, 2016

Karen Rodriguez, from the moment we have met has been nothing the best. She's been doing everything in her power to help me get my daughter back home. As a father living in Florida, I do not get the same rights mothers do with the child/children. The road for me is an uphill battle and Karen Rodriguez has shown nothing but professionalism. She is very knowledgeable on the rights of a father in this on-going case to bring back one of the most precious gems in my life. I couldn't ask for a better attorney, one who actually cares about your situation, doesn't stop at anything to do what's right for you, and is very knowledgeable on what should be done for whatever your situation may be. She gives me great confidence knowing she won't back down and isn't afraid. Lourdes De Leon has been a great secretary for Karen Rodriguez. Always keeping in contact with me, always showing interest and concern about my case, and constantly keeping me updated. I am blessed to have found a team to represent me and help me at a time like this.

Iliana
December 26, 2021

Está cotizada como una de las mejores abogadas de Orlando.Tiene excelente equipo de trabajo y es bien responsable en sus casos.

Rich
July 29, 2020

I live out of state and needed representation in Florida. I hired Karen Rodriguez based on a recommendation from a friend. My goals were to avoid travelling back to Florida and have no conviction record. Both were accomplished. Karen Rodriguez and staff are very competent, kept me well informed, and were always available for questions. Most importantly I trusted their judgement and advice.

Anthony
July 31, 2019

I want to thank Ms.Karen Rodriguez and staff Katherine and Lillian for an outstanding job in representing me in my child support battle.Ms.Rodriguez went above and beyond to fight for me and win the case.All I could say is if you are looking for a dedicated and reliable attorney she is the one to hire.No questions asked Thanks again Karen Rodriguez and Staff!!!!! Anthony Martinez Satisfied client

anonymous
July 15, 2019

Karen and her team did an amazing job on my case! With my huge battle she moved forward like a soldier! She is very detailed, fair and his always on your side. I'm very grateful to have met Karen.

Samuel
May 3, 2019

From the moment I sat with with Karen Rodriguez and explained my situation and received her feedback and detailed steps how my case will be handled I felt comfortable and hired her immediately. Her staff are professionals and will answer and return your calls asap. Definitely I will recommend to my family and friends. Excellent team!!

Josh
May 3, 2019

Karen did such a wonderful job dealing with my case. I have been on probation for 4 years and the state wanted to continue me on probation. Karen got me off probation and got my charges withheld, so as of today I am a free man with no past! She's very amazing and knowledgeable and honestly, I wish I would have hired her 4 years ago. Thank you again Karen. Oh oh, and the ladies that run the office, phenomenal job. They are always attentive and they show you they care.

FELIX
January 11, 2019

I hired Ms. Rodriguez Ibarrondo to represent me in my case due to me being overly stressed about the situation, she took he case and took over. Due to her knowledge, she was able to get me favored results and although this is not a pleasant situation, I can say that this was a pleasant experience.

Edward
September 11, 2018

There where very helpful and responsible with my case. They worked every way posible for me to solve my case the faster way and the best way for me to end up in a good position after everything was done. Stuff was very helpful with everything about my case and friendly.

Michael
July 8, 2016

I owe a lot to Karen and Lordus were great in the representation for my cases. I never even seen the court room well she represented me for my criminal case, she was steady on the prosecutor to proceed with the case. Outcome all charges dropped. I recommend her law firm they do not take more cases than they can handle. She gives all her clients the time and investigating of your case to give you your best outcome. Also Lordus keeps you informed when you call and is so kind and polite a very good asset for Karen's law firm. When I first met Karen after having to other consultations I knew she was the attorney i needed to represent me.

Jose
May 3, 2016

Karen Rodriguez, from the moment we have met has been nothing the best. She's been doing everything in her power to help me get my daughter back home. As a father living in Florida, I do not get the same rights mothers do with the child/children. The road for me is an uphill battle and Karen Rodriguez has shown nothing but professionalism. She is very knowledgeable on the rights of a father in this on-going case to bring back one of the most precious gems in my life. I couldn't ask for a better attorney, one who actually cares about your situation, doesn't stop at anything to do what's right for you, and is very knowledgeable on what should be done for whatever your situation may be. She gives me great confidence knowing she won't back down and isn't afraid. Lourdes De Leon has been a great secretary for Karen Rodriguez. Always keeping in contact with me, always showing interest and concern about my case, and constantly keeping me updated. I am blessed to have found a team to represent me and help me at a time like this.

Iliana
December 26, 2021

Está cotizada como una de las mejores abogadas de Orlando.Tiene excelente equipo de trabajo y es bien responsable en sus casos.

Rich
July 29, 2020

I live out of state and needed representation in Florida. I hired Karen Rodriguez based on a recommendation from a friend. My goals were to avoid travelling back to Florida and have no conviction record. Both were accomplished. Karen Rodriguez and staff are very competent, kept me well informed, and were always available for questions. Most importantly I trusted their judgement and advice.

Anthony
July 31, 2019

I want to thank Ms.Karen Rodriguez and staff Katherine and Lillian for an outstanding job in representing me in my child support battle.Ms.Rodriguez went above and beyond to fight for me and win the case.All I could say is if you are looking for a dedicated and reliable attorney she is the one to hire.No questions asked Thanks again Karen Rodriguez and Staff!!!!! Anthony Martinez Satisfied client

anonymous
July 15, 2019

Karen and her team did an amazing job on my case! With my huge battle she moved forward like a soldier! She is very detailed, fair and his always on your side. I'm very grateful to have met Karen.

Samuel
May 3, 2019

From the moment I sat with with Karen Rodriguez and explained my situation and received her feedback and detailed steps how my case will be handled I felt comfortable and hired her immediately. Her staff are professionals and will answer and return your calls asap. Definitely I will recommend to my family and friends. Excellent team!!

Josh
May 3, 2019

Karen did such a wonderful job dealing with my case. I have been on probation for 4 years and the state wanted to continue me on probation. Karen got me off probation and got my charges withheld, so as of today I am a free man with no past! She's very amazing and knowledgeable and honestly, I wish I would have hired her 4 years ago. Thank you again Karen. Oh oh, and the ladies that run the office, phenomenal job. They are always attentive and they show you they care.

FELIX
January 11, 2019

I hired Ms. Rodriguez Ibarrondo to represent me in my case due to me being overly stressed about the situation, she took he case and took over. Due to her knowledge, she was able to get me favored results and although this is not a pleasant situation, I can say that this was a pleasant experience.

Edward
September 11, 2018

There where very helpful and responsible with my case. They worked every way posible for me to solve my case the faster way and the best way for me to end up in a good position after everything was done. Stuff was very helpful with everything about my case and friendly.